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'Humanity's First View' From Comet Surface Shows Philae After Historic Bounce-Landing

Before the Philae lander came to rest on the surface of a comet Wednesday, it bounced — twice. The lander weighs far less on the comet than it did on Earth.

U.S. Would Consider 'Modest' Force For Complex Iraq Operations

The comments were made to a House panel by Army Gen. Martin Dempsey.

Hundreds Call On City To Aid Those Displaced By Shelter Closure

In October, the bridge that leads to Long Island was shut down due to concerns over its structural integrity. The island housed the city’s largest homeless shelter.

Westminster Officials Shut Down Rowdy Hearing On Tobacco Ban After 20 Minutes

Officials say they will not hold another public hearing on the proposed first-in-the-nation ban on tobacco sales.

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